Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" cast member Kim Richards was arrested on suspicion of shoplifting in Los Angeles in August of 2015.

Police say the 50-year-old reality TV star was accused of taking about $600 in merchandise from a Target.

Richards also was charged in May with resisting arrest, battery on a peace officer and public intoxication after she was removed from The Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Teresa and Giuseppe "Joe" Giudice were charged in a 39-count indictment handed up Monday, July 29, 2013, in Newark, N.J. The two are accused of submitting fraudulent mortgage and other loan applications from 2001 through 2008, a year before their show, "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," debuted on Bravo. Prosecutors say they made false claims about their employment status and salaries.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Salwa Amin, a 24-year-old cast member of the MTV reality show "Buckwild," was arrested in February 10, 2013 after police say they found heroin and oxycodone pills in the house she was in. She was arraigned on felony charges of possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver.

Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

"Jersey Shore's" Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi may be pint-sized, but she sure knows how to raise a whole lot of trouble. The MTV reality starlet pleaded not guilty to disorderly conduct and public annoyance after getting arrested for allegedly drunkenly pestering other beach-goers in Seaside Heights, N.J., on July 30, 2010.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Another one of "Jersey Shore's" finest, Ronald Ortiz-Magro, was arrested on Sept. 4, 2009 after allegedly engaging in a fight outside a Seaside Heights, N.J. nightclub. Ortiz-Magro allegedly knocked another man unconscious. He pleaded not guilty to an aggravated assault charge.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Former "Real Housewives of NYC" star and model Kelly Bensimon has the looks to land a much younger beau, and allegedly has the physical ability to land a punch on the side of his face. Bensimon entered a plea of not guilty to misdemeanor assault charges after she allegedly attacked then-boyfriend Nick Stefanov in 2009.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Any fan of the NYC "Housewives" knows that cast member Sonja Morgan loves to party and has a fondness for drinking that rivals Chelsea Handler. Unfortunately, her antics allegedly caught up with her in posh Southhampton, N.Y., where she was reportedly arrested and charged with a DWI in May 2010.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Viewers either love her or love to hate her, but everyone can agree that former New Jersey "Housewife" Danielle Staub brings the drama. According to "Cop Without a Badge," a book discussed in season one of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," Staub's past is a dark one. Staub - also known as Beverly Ann Merrill - was accused of kidnapping, extortion, and attempt to distribute cocaine in 1986.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Meet Michaele and Tareq Salahi. Prior to Michaele's stint on "The Real Housewives of DC," the duo managed to crash a party at the White House in Nov. 2009. Although they have not been arrested or charged with any crimes, they have made this list because well...you're not supposed to crash parties at the White House!

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Jason Wahler left behind his glamorous life on "The Hills" and "Laguna Beach" to pursue other endeavors...behind bars? Wahler's was reportedly arrested on June 10, 2010 after he allegedly hit a girl at a party in Hollywood, Calif.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

"Pretty Wild" star Alexis Neiers traded in her designer duds for an orange jumpsuit after pleading no contest to first-degree residential burglaries for her role in the "bling ring." Neiers served a month in jail, from June 24, 2010 to July 24, 2010.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Ex-"American Idol" finalist Stephanie Edwards, who appeared in Season 6 with Jordin Sparks, was arrested in March 2010 for allegedly getting into a fight with another woman. Police say the 22-year-old went over to the woman's house to confront her about harassing phone calls Edwards had received, and a ferocious cat-fight ensued. What would Simon say?

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Things haven't been so easy for Chikezie since his departure from "American Idol." Apparently, his new fame got him in trouble at a Neiman Marcus in Beverly Hills, Calif. in February 2010, after he reportedly attempted to buy cologne with a stolen credit card. Chikezie was charged with attempted grand theft because the two bottles totaled $1,289.57. ...Only at Neiman Marcus.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

"America's Next Top Model" fourth season star Brandy Rusher was arrested in May 2010 in Houston after allegedly resisted arrest after police came to her home to tell her to turn the music down.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Jaimee Grubbs, who is best known for her alleged affair with Tiger Woods...and her appearance on VH1's "Tool Academy," was arrested in April 2010 on three outstanding warrants related to driving on a suspended license.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Megan Hauserman, who appeared on "Brett Michael's Rock of Love" and Sharon Osbourne's "Charm School," was reportedly arrested for DUI in April 2010 while she was on her way to the strip club where she was working.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Joshua Tel Warner went from a hard-working deck hand on "Deadliest Catch" to a fugitive bank robber. Warner pleaded guilty in May 2010 to multiple Oregon heists and was sentenced to nine years in prison.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Nicole Essigmann was not Flava Flav's choice on "Flavor of Love," but she managed to stay in the headlines due to a February 2010 arrest. After an argument turned physical, "Hotlanta" was reportedly arrested on assault and cruelty to children charges.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Dylan John's arrests date back to before his appearance on MTV's reality show "Making the Band 2." According to The Smoking Gun, John was convicted of felony assault on a Long Island teenager - a crime he committed while already serving two separate probation terms for prior felony and misdemeanor convictions.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Matt McDonald, a contestant on "Big Brother," was arrested and charged with assault and battery in April 2010 after he allegedly attacked his pregnant girlfriend, reported the New York Daily News.

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Reality TV stars' run-ins with the law

Last but not least is "Big Brother's" Adam Jasinski, who was actually the ninth-season winner, but proved to be less than role model material after he was arrested for allegedly attempting to sell drugs in Boston in 2009. He was charged with possession of oxycodone pills with intent to distribute. In 2011, he was sentenced to four years in on drug trafficking and tax charges.